Certification and/or licensure to expose dental radiographs

A) is regulated by individual state laws, which may vary.
B) is not required in all states if one has accredited training.
C) may or may not be regulated by the dentist/employer.
D) is required by law in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.


A
Explanation: A) State laws regulating personnel who expose dental radiographs vary considerably for dental assistants trained on-the-job. Whereas many states have a mandatory state examination or a continuing education requirement, some states allow these uncertified dental assistants with proper training to take radiographs under the direct supervision of a dentist without certification.
B) State laws regulating personnel who expose dental radiographs vary considerably for dental assistants trained on-the-job. Whereas many states have a mandatory state examination or a continuing education requirement, some states allow these uncertified dental assistants with proper training to take radiographs under the direct supervision of a dentist without certification.
C) State laws regulating personnel who expose dental radiographs vary considerably for dental assistants trained on-the-job. Whereas many states have a mandatory state examination or a continuing education requirement, some states allow these uncertified dental assistants with proper training to take radiographs under the direct supervision of a dentist without certification.
D) State laws regulating personnel who expose dental radiographs vary considerably for dental assistants trained on-the-job. Whereas many states have a mandatory state examination or a continuing education requirement, some states allow these uncertified dental assistants with proper training to take radiographs under the direct supervision of a dentist without certification.

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